OSAKA -- Like most visitors to Expo 2025 Osaka, I arrive at Yumeshima railway station. We spill out of the ticket barriers and up the stairs, guided by security. Stepping into daylight, we are greeted by a cacophony of Japanese instruments. The soundtrack is like a local festival, instilling a celebratory smile in everyone passing.
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Soundscape sets the mood for Osaka Expo
Months of work have created a diverse audio background for the international event
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Visitors stroll inside the Grand Ring, the iconic centerpiece of Expo 2025 Osaka, on April 13 -- opening day. Speakers inside the massive wooden structure play a specially composed soundscape designed to enhance the immersive experience. © Getty Images
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